What could the author add to support his argument in the last sentence of paragraph 2

- Add an example of an unhappy event occurring on a show, just as it would in real life.

Explanation:

In the concluding sentence of paragraph 2, the author could perhaps provide an instance of a sad incident happening on a show similar to how such incidents occur in reality. This would allow him to display to his mom that not every story has a cheerful ending every time. This will support the idea that, unlike shows, real-life consists of a lot of struggles and problems which are not easy to be dealt with. Offering some particularly visible examples of the unpleasant events taking place in the reality shows would further substantiate the idea and establish its credibility.

answer; (external conflict)

b. both have yearned to escape the environment they experienced as a child.